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Statement From The Assembly Minority Members Of The New York State Assembly Education Committee

The recent incidents of violence and antisemitism at Hillcrest High School in Queens demand immediate and steadfast attention. The tepid public statements from NYC Schools Chancellor Banks are simply not enough. New Yorkers deserve swift, significant...

Assemblyman Lester Chang Applauds Lunar New Year Recognition

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Assemblyman Lester Chang expresses his satisfaction with the recent recognition of the Lunar New Year and Diwali in the great state of New York. However, he also acknowledges his concern with the current scope for this recognition which is limited to...

Chang: Crime and Education Have not Been Addressed in the One-House Budget

“I was greatly disappointed by the inadequate attention given to bail reform and education choice in the state budget, as these are crucial issues of concern for New Yorkers. It is vitally important that we address these matters, given that all New...

Chang: Current CBD-Product Regulations Are Not Strict Enough

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Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) attended a press conference in the state Capitol earlier today alongside Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio (R,C-Riverhead), Sen. Dean Murray (R,C-3rd Senate District), members of the Assembly and Senate Minority Conferences...

Chang Introduces Bill to Make Lunar New Year An Official Public Holiday

Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) has introduced a bill to make Lunar New Year an official public holiday in New York state. This bill will empower the state to provide dates on a rolling basis, so the day becomes a public holiday on upcoming calendars....

Chang Announces Committee Assignments

Assemblyman Lester Chang (R,C-Brooklyn) announced today that he has been selected to serve on the standing committees of, Aging, Banks, Education, Housing, and Social Services. Chang represents the 49th Assembly District in Brooklyn, which consists of...

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